GAIL Forecasts ₹40-50 billion PBT in Gas Marketing, Revises FY26 Transmission Volume Target

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Gail (India) Limited, the country’s largest gas transmission and marketing company, has provided insights into its future financial performance and operational outlook. The state-owned entity has projected a significant profit before tax (PBT) in its gas marketing segment while adjusting its transmission volume expectations for the fiscal year 2026.

Profit Projections and Volume Guidance

GAIL’s management has shared optimistic projections for its gas marketing segment, forecasting a profit before tax in the range of ₹40 to ₹50 billion. This projection underscores the company’s confidence in its marketing operations despite the dynamic nature of the gas market.

However, the company has also announced a downward revision in its transmission volume guidance for FY26. The updated figures are as follows:

Metric Previous Guidance Revised Guidance
FY26 Transmission Volume Not specified 123-124 MMSCMD
MMSCMD stands for Million Metric Standard Cubic Meters per Day, a common unit of measurement in the gas industry.

Factors Influencing the Revision
GAIL has cited two primary factors for the adjustment in its transmission volume guidance:

Pipeline Issues: The company mentioned challenges related to its pipeline infrastructure, which could impact its ability to transport gas at previously anticipated volumes.

Lower Demand: A reduction in expected demand for gas transmission services has also contributed to the revised outlook.

These factors highlight the complex operational environment in which GAIL operates, where infrastructure capabilities and market demand play crucial roles in shaping business projections.

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